1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Renault |
| Model | D8 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
